Best Corticosteroid for dermatitis herpetiformis
Top-rated pick: Maxidex — pharmaranks score 70/100, the highest of the 16 Corticosteroid drugs used for dermatitis herpetiformis, ranked by our independent FDA recall-safety score. Compare them with all treatments for dermatitis herpetiformis or the full Corticosteroid class. Not medical advice — always consult a professional.
Quick answer: Of the 16 corticosteroid drugs we rate for dermatitis herpetiformis, 11 are available as lower-cost generics, and most are injectable. Our ranking reflects each drug’s FDA recall-safety record — not clinical effectiveness for dermatitis herpetiformis; the right choice depends on your situation, so confirm it with your prescriber.
How corticosteroid work
Corticosteroids mimic the body's natural stress hormone cortisol: they enter cells and bind a glucocorticoid receptor that switches off genes for inflammatory chemicals, calming swelling, redness, and an overactive immune response.
Top corticosteroid for dermatitis herpetiformis: 1. Maxidex · 2. Methylprednisolone · 3. Methylprednisolone Acetate
| # | Drug | Rating | Type | Form | Generic? | Pharmacy pays | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 70/100 | Prescription | Suspension | Generic | $0 | View → | |
| 2 | 70/100 | Prescription | Tablet | Generic | $31 | View → | |
| 3 | 70/100 | Prescription | Injectable | Generic | $31 | View → | |
| 4 | 70/100 | Prescription | Implant | Generic | $0 | View → | |
| 5 | 70/100 | Prescription | Kit | No data | — | View → | |
| 6 | 60/100 | Prescription | Tablet | Generic | $31 | View → | |
| 7 | 56/100 | Prescription | Injectable | Generic | $31 | View → | |
| 8 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Elixir | Generic | $0 | View → | |
| 9 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Injectable | Generic | $0 | View → | |
| 10 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Insert | Generic | $0 | View → |
Full ranking · 16 drugs
maxidex
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Maxidex (Dexamethasone) is a corticosteroid used to treat Addison Disease, Brain Edema, Bursitis, Ulcerative Colitis.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.07· 8 formsmethylprednisolone
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Methylprednisolone is a corticosteroid used to treat Adrenal Insufficiency, Asthma, Berylliosis, Brain Neoplasms.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$3.45/30· 8 forms Save up to 94% in classmethylprednisolone acetate
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Methylprednisolone Acetate is a corticosteroid used to treat Adrenal Insufficiency, Asthma, Berylliosis, Brain Neoplasms.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$3.45/30· 8 forms Save up to 94% in class
ozurdex
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Ozurdex (Dexamethasone) is a corticosteroid used to treat Addison Disease, Brain Edema, Bursitis, Ulcerative Colitis.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.07· 8 forms
zilretta
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Zilretta (Triamcinolone Acetonide) is a corticosteroid used to treat Adrenal Insufficiency, Hemolytic Anemia, Berylliosis, Bronchial Spasm.
Price varies
medrol
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Medrol (Methylprednisolone) is a corticosteroid used to treat Adrenal Insufficiency, Asthma, Berylliosis, Brain Neoplasms.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$3.45/30· 8 forms Save up to 94% in classdepo-medrol
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Depo-Medrol (Methylprednisolone Acetate) is a corticosteroid used to treat Adrenal Insufficiency, Asthma, Berylliosis, Brain Neoplasms.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$3.45/30· 8 forms Save up to 94% in classdexamethasone
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid used to treat Addison Disease, Brain Edema, Bursitis, Ulcerative Colitis.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.07· 8 formsdexamethasone sodium phosphate
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate is a corticosteroid used to treat Addison Disease, Brain Edema, Bursitis, Ulcerative Colitis.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.07· 8 formsdextenza
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Dextenza (Dexamethasone) is a corticosteroid used to treat Addison Disease, Brain Edema, Bursitis, Ulcerative Colitis.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.07· 8 formsdexycu kit
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Dexycu Kit (Dexamethasone) is a corticosteroid used to treat Addison Disease, Brain Edema, Bursitis, Ulcerative Colitis.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.07· 8 formskenalog-10
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Kenalog-10 (Triamcinolone Acetonide) is a corticosteroid used to treat Adrenal Insufficiency, Hemolytic Anemia, Berylliosis, Bronchial Spasm.
Price varies
nasacort allergy 24 hour
Over-the-counterFDA-sourced
Nasacort Allergy 24 Hour (Triamcinolone Acetonide) is a corticosteroid used to treat Adrenal Insufficiency, Hemolytic Anemia, Berylliosis, Bronchial Spasm.
solu-medrol
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Solu-Medrol (Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate) is a corticosteroid used to treat Adrenal Insufficiency, Asthma, Berylliosis, Brain Neoplasms.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$3.45/30· 8 forms Save up to 94% in classtriesence
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Triesence (Triamcinolone Acetonide) is a corticosteroid used to treat Adrenal Insufficiency, Hemolytic Anemia, Berylliosis, Bronchial Spasm.
Price varies
xipere
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Xipere (Triamcinolone Acetonide) is a corticosteroid used to treat Adrenal Insufficiency, Hemolytic Anemia, Berylliosis, Bronchial Spasm.
Price varies
Frequently asked
- What is the best corticosteroid for dermatitis herpetiformis?
- By our independent recall-safety rating — not an efficacy measure — maxidex ranks highest among Corticosteroid drugs used for dermatitis herpetiformis. Always consult a professional.
- Which corticosteroid drugs treat dermatitis herpetiformis?
- pharmaranks lists 16 Corticosteroid products used for dermatitis herpetiformis, per NIH RxClass drug-classification data — each independently rated and ranked above.
- How are these ranked?
- By our independent score, currently based on FDA regulatory recall-safety data (the methodology blends additional sources as they come online). See the How we rate page.